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Locks up while driving after applying brakes a few times

Tiny
FIXMY OWN
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  • 1995 TOYOTA COROLLA
  • 256,000 MILES
95 toyota corrolla brakes keeps locking up, if car sits for a few mins they release. Brakes paddle get very hard to push when this happens.
Tuesday, October 9th, 2012 AT 12:59 AM

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Tiny
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Sounds like you have a bad brake hose. Find out which wheel is locking up.

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Monday, March 29th, 2021 AT 11:17 AM
Tiny
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Was any repairs done prior to this occurring?
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Monday, March 29th, 2021 AT 11:17 AM
Tiny
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New brakes after this happen frist time, new hose but still happens. If I Bleed it they release.
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Monday, March 29th, 2021 AT 11:17 AM
Tiny
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Check the caliper slider bolts and pistons for sticking. Ensure you have sufficient brake pedal to booster push rod clearance.
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